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ZX-T SeriesSmart Sensors

Operation Manual

High-precision Contact Type

Cat. No. E346-E1-06

Nishi
This manual not printed
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Terms and Conditions Agreement

Warranty, Limitations of Liability

WarrantiesExclusive WarrantyOmron’s exclusive warranty is that the Products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of sale by Omron (or such other period expressed in writing by Omron). Omron disclaims all other warranties, express or implied.

LimitationsOMRON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ABOUT NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE PRODUCTS. BUYER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IT ALONE HAS DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCTS WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR INTENDED USE.

Buyer RemedyOmron’s sole obligation hereunder shall be, at Omron’s election, to (i) replace (in the form originally shipped with Buyer responsible for labor charges for removal or replacement thereof) the non-complying Product, (ii) repair the non-complying Product, or (iii) repay or credit Buyer an amount equal to the purchase price of the non-complying Product; provided that in no event shall Omron be responsible for warranty, repair, indemnity or any other claims or expenses regarding the Products unless Omron’s analysis confirms that the Products were properly handled, stored, installed and maintained and not subject to contamination, abuse, misuse or inappropriate modification. Return of any Products by Buyer must be approved in writing by Omron before shipment. Omron Companies shall not be liable for the suitability or unsuitability or the results from the use of Products in combination with any electrical or electronic components, circuits, system assemblies or any other materials or substances or environments. Any advice, recommendations or information given orally or in writing, are not to be construed as an amendment or addition to the above warranty.

See http://www.omron.com/global/ or contact your Omron representative for published information.

Limitation on Liability; EtcOMRON COMPANIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY.

Further, in no event shall liability of Omron Companies exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted.

Application Considerations

Suitability of UseOmron Companies shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes or regulations which apply to the combination of the Product in the Buyer’s application or use of the Product. At Buyer’s request, Omron will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying ratings and limitations of use which apply to the Product. This information by itself is not sufficient for a complete determination of the suitability of the Product in combination with the end product, machine, system, or other application or use. Buyer shall be solely responsible for determining appropriateness of the particular Product with respect to Buyer’s application, product or system. Buyer shall take application responsibility in all cases.

NEVER USE THE PRODUCT FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCT(S) IS PROPERLY RATED AND INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.

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Programmable ProductsOmron Companies shall not be responsible for the user’s programming of a programmable Product, or any consequence thereof.

Disclaimers

Performance DataData presented in Omron Company websites, catalogs and other materials is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of Omron’s test conditions, and the user must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the Omron’s Warranty and Limitations of Liability.

Change in SpecificationsProduct specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other reasons. It is our practice to change part numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the Product may be changed without any notice. When in doubt, special part numbers may be assigned to fix or establish key specifications for your application. Please consult with your Omron’s representative at any time to confirm actual specifications of purchased Product.

Errors and OmissionsInformation presented by Omron Companies has been checked and is believed to be accurate; however,no responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical or proofreading errors or omissions.

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IntroductionThank you for purchasing an OMRON ZX-T-series Smart Sensor (High-precision Con-tact Type). This manual describes the functions, performance, and application methods for the ZX-T-series Smart Sensor. Observe the following items when using the Sensor

• To ensure safety, please read and understand this manual before using theSensor.

• Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for quick reference whenneeded.

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Terms and Conditions Agreement 1

Introduction 2

Contents 3

Precautions for Safe Use 7

Precautions for Correct Use 8

How to Use This Manual 10

Section 1 Features 13

ZX-T Features 14

Section 2 Preparations for Measurement 19

Basic Configuration 20

Part Names and Functions 21

Installing the Amplifier Unit 24

Installing Sensor Heads 26

Connections 30

Wiring Output Cables 34

Confirming Warm-up Completion 36

Pressing Force Alarm 37

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Section 3 Basic Operation 39

Flow of Operation 40

Basic Knowledge for Operation 42

Function Transition Charts 47

Section 4 Main Applications and Setting Methods 51

Measuring Thickness 52

Measuring the Height of a Step and Flatness 57

Measuring Depth 62

Other Measurements 67

Section 5 Detailed Settings 69

Setting Number of Samples to Average 70

Using Hold Functions 71

Inverting Positive and Negative Values (Scale Inversion) 75

Entering Threshold Values 77

Linear Output 81

Calculating Measured Values 90

Using the Zero Reset Function 92

Error Output Function 98

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Section 6 Auxiliary Functions 101

Changing the Number of Display Digits 102

Reversing the Display 103

Adjusting Display Brightness (ECO Display) 105

Key Lock Function 106

Correcting the Distance Display (Span Adjustment) 107

Initializing Settings Data 109

Appendices 111

Actuators 112

Troubleshooting 115

Error Messages and Countermeasures 116

Q&A 118

Glossary 119

Specifications and Dimensions 120

Characteristic Data (Reference Value) 131

Quick Reference for Displays 132

Index

Revision History

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autions for Safe Usebserve the following precautions to ensure safety.

nvironmento not use the Smart Sensor in locations subject to explosive or flammable gases.

o ensure safety in operation and maintenance, do not install the Smart Sensor nearigh-voltage equipment or power devices.

wer Supply and Wiringo not impose voltages exceeding the rated voltage (12 to 24 VDC ±10%).

hen supplying power to the Sensor, make sure that the polarity of the power is cor-ect, and do not connect to an AC power supply.

o not short-circuit the load for the open collector output.

o not lay the power supply cable for the Smart Sensor together with high-voltageines or power lines. Doing so, or placing them into the same duct, can cause induc-ion and lead to malfunction or damage.

lways turn OFF the power supply before wiring and before connecting or disconnect-ng connectors.

se a DC power supply equipped with measures to counter generation of high volt-ges (safety overvoltage/undervoltage circuits) or use a UL Class 2 DC power supply.o not ground the positive terminal on the secondary side (i.e., the DC side).

ettingshen setting the threshold value with the Smart Sensor connected to an external

evice, turn ON the Amplifier Unit's judgement output hold input to prevent theudgement from being output to the external device.

pplicable standards N61326-1

lectromagnetic environment: Industrial electromagnetic environment(EN/IEC 61326-1 Table 2)

here may be cases that current output or voltage output fluctuate within ±3 times ofesolution when a sensor is experienced electromagnetic interference.

thershe ZX-L-series Smart Sensors (Laser Type), ZX-E-series Smart Sensors (Linearroximity Type), and ZX-W-series Smart Sensors (Microwave Type) are not compati-le. Do not use ZX-L, ZX-E, or ZX-W-series Smart Sensors together with ZX-T-seriesmart Sensors.

o not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the Smart Sensor.

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autions for Correct Usebserve the following precautions to prevent operation failures, malfunctions, andffects on performance and equipment.

Sensor Installationnvironment not install the Smart Sensor in the following locations:

ocations where the ambient temperature exceeds the rated temperature range.

ocations subject to rapid changes in temperature (causing condensation).

ocations where the relative humidity exceeds the range of 35% to 85%.

ocations subject to corrosive or flammable gases.

ocations where dust, salt, or metallic powder accumulate on the Sensor.

ocations subject to direct vibration or impact.

ocations subject to direct sunlight.

ocations subject to exposure to water, oil, chemicals, etc.

ocations subject to strong electromagnetic or electrical fields.

ocations subject to water vapor.

lation and Handling of Componentswer Supply and Wiringhe total length of the Sensor cable or Amplifier cable must be 10 m or less. se a ZX-XC@A Extension Cable (order separately) if required to extend the cable

rom the Sensor. Use a shielded cable to extend the Amplifier cable. The shieldedable must be the same as that of the Amplifier cable.

hen using a commercially available switching regulator, ground the FG (frameround) terminal. (ZX-TDS01T and ZX-TDS04T-@)

f the power supply line is subject to surges, connect a surge absorber that meets theonditions of the application environment.

hen connecting multiple Amplifier Units, connect the linear grounds of all the Ampli-ier Units.

he Sensor Head is not flame resistant (ZX-TDS10T-@@).

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Sensor Head• The Sensor Head is a high-precision device. Do not drop it or otherwise expose it to

shock.

• Do not expose the plunger to forces exceeding the limits in the following diagram.Doing so may damage the plunger.

• Take measurements within the range that does not set off the Pressing Force Alarm.

• Do not remove the rubber boot. Without the rubber boot, foreign matter may enter theSensor Head, possibly causing the Sensor Head to malfunction.

• Mount the Sensor Head and Preamplifier in the specified location and under the spec-ified load. Excessive force during installation may damage the Sensor Head orPreamplifier.

• Replace worn actuators.

Replacing Actuators, p. 113

• Do not use the Sensor to measure objects that are revolving or moving (i.e., dynamicmeasurement).

• Do not use air pressure outside the rated range when using a vacuum retract (VR) orair push (AP). The measured pressure will fluctuate due to the air pressure, so the airpressure must be regulated. An air vacuum device and a solenoid are required (ZX-TDS10T-V@ only).

• Supply dry air with filtration of 5 µm max. (ZX-TDS10T-V@ only).

• The ZX-TDS10T-L can be mounted only facing downward.

Warming UpAfter turning ON the power, allow the Smart Sensor to warm up for 15 minutes mini-mum prior to use. The circuitry is not stable immediately after turning the power ON,and the values gradually change until the Sensor is completely warmed up.

Maintenance and Inspection• Always turn OFF the power supply before adjusting or removing the Sensor Head.

• Do not use thinners, benzine, acetone, or kerosene to clean the Sensor Head orAmplifier Unit.

30 N 30 N 1 N 0.15 N•mRubber boot

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How to Use This Manual

Page FormatSection TitleMain Heading in a SectionIndicates page contents.

OutlineProvides an outline or gives a flowchart of the operation de-scribed under the main heading.Sub-headingIndex LabelGives the section number and subject matter.

Function Outline and Suggestions

OperationIndicates the operation to be performed next.

Display AreaShows the display status after a step in an operation.

Keys and SwitchesProvides an illustration of the keys or switches used during the operation.

Procedure and Additional ExplanationsInformation useful during the operation and reference pages are provided here with special marks to indicate the kind of information being provided.

* This page does not actually exist in this manual.

Section 5Detailed Settings

This function is used to set the output to external devices.

Linear Output

A linear output refers to a measurement result that is converted andoutput as a current between 3 and 21 mA or a voltage between -5 and +5 V.

Output Settings (Monitor Focus)

Using the Zero Reset FunctionZero reset is canceled when the monitor focus setting is set. Set the

Changing to T Mode

Set the mode switch to T.

Set the switch to the threshold value to be set.

Press any Cursor Key.

The first digit of the threshold value displayed on the sub-display will flash and direct input will be enabled.

Change the threshold value with the Cursor Keys.

To cancel the selected setting, use the LEFT Key to move the cursor to the leftmost digit and press the LEFT Key again. he display will return to the current setting.

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MenusItems that appear on the digital displays are set in ALL-CAPS.

ProceduresThe order for the procedures is indicated by numbered steps.

Visual Aids

Provides information on important operating procedures, gives advice on how to use functions, andhighlights important performance information.

Indicates pages with relevant information.

Indicates useful information for when problems arise.

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ZX-T FeaturesThe ZX-T-series Smart Sensor measures the height of sensing objects and minute steps (i.e.,height differences).

Example: Measuring Electronic Components Dimensions

ZX-TDA ZX-TDA ZX-TDA

Measured value output

Judgement output

The small-diameter Sensor Heads enable multiple-point measurements on small components

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Many, Simple Functions

Measurement Ready at Power ONThe Smart Sensor can be used simply by installing and wiring it. Simply turn ON thepower and it’s ready to operate.

The measurement distance is displayed on the Amplifier Unit.

Simple Calculation SettingsUse Calculating Units to easily calculate step heights and thicknesses through multi-point measurements.

p. 51

Calculating Units

Amplifier Units (8 Units max.)

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Compatibility between Sensor Heads and Amplifier Units

Amplifier Units do not need to be changed when Sensor Heads are changed for main-tenance or to switch to new products.

Extendable Sensor Head Cables

An extension cable with a maximum length of 8 m can be connected. The ZX-XC-AExtension Cable is required to extend the Sensor Head cable.

p. 20

Extension Cable

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Convenient Notification Functions

Preventing Malfunctions Caused by Excessive Pressing Force Malfunctions caused by excessive plunger pressing force for unexpected measure-ments can be detected in advance and a signal can be output to stop the measurementor otherwise prevent malfunction.

p. 37.

Warming Up DisplayThe display shows the warming-up status when the power is turned ON. This enablesmeasurements to be started when the status has stabilized after warming up has beencompleted.

p. 36.

Direction of sensing object movement

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Monitoring Measurement Status

Confirm Measurement Status on a Personal ComputerUse an Interface Unit and Smart Monitor V3 to view measurement waveforms and logmeasurement data on a personal computer. This function is useful for making on-sitemeasurement adjustments and for day-to-day quality control.

p. 20

Smart Monitor V3

Interface Unit Amplifier Unit (5 Units max.)

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Installing Sensor Heads 26

Connections 30

Wiring Output Cables 34

Confirming Warm-up Completion 36

Pressing Force Alarm 37

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Basic ConfigurationThe basic configuration of the ZX-T-series Smart Sensors is shown below.

ZX-L-series Smart Sensors (Laser Type), ZX-E-series Smart Sensors (Linear Proximity Type), and ZX-W-series Smart Sensors (Microwave Type) are not compatible. Do not use ZX-L-series, ZX-E-series, or ZX-W-series Smart Sensors together with ZX-T-series Smart Sensors.

Smart Monitor (software)

ZX-SW11(Version 3.0 or later)

Controls Amplifier Units from a personal computer and monitors measured values.

Personal computer

ZX-TDS@@T

Interface Unit

ZX-SF11(Version 2.0 or later)

Used when connecting a programmable controller.

Sensor Heads

Sensor Heads measure sensing objects.

Extension Cables

ZX-XC1A (1 m)ZX-XC4A (4 m)ZX-XC8A (8 m)

Used between Sensor Heads and Amplifier Units.

Amplifier Units

ZX-TDA11/41Process measure-ments and output measurement results. Calculating Units

ZX-CAL2

Used when connecting multiple Amplifier Units.• Perform calculations.

Power Supply

12 to 24 V DC (±10%)

Basic Configuration

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Amplifier Units

(1) The input cable connects the Sensor Head.

(2) The current/voltage switch selects either a current or voltage linear output.

Monitor focus settings are also required when switching the output. p. 81

(3) The connectors connect Calculation and Interface Units.

(4) The output cable connects to the power supply and external devices, such as sync sensors orprogrammable controllers.

(5) The Power ON indicator lights when the power is turned ON.

(6) The Zero Reset indicator lights when the zero reset function is enabled.

(7) The ENABLE indicator lights when the measurement result is within the rated measurementdistance.

(8) The HIGH indicator lights when the judgement result is HIGH.

(9) The PASS indicator lights when the judgement result is PASS.

(10) The LOW indicator lights when the judgement result is LOW.

(11) The main display shows measured values and function names.

(12) The sub-display shows additional information and function settings for measurements. Reading Displays, p. 43

(13) The threshold switch selects whether to set (and display) the HIGH or LOW threshold.

(14) The mode switch selects the operating mode. Switching Modes, p. 42

(15) The Control Keys set measurement conditions and other settings. Key Operations, p. 44

Display area ()

(1) Input cable

Controls ()

(4) Output cable

(3) Connectors (one on each side, two total)

(2) Current/voltage switch (back of Unit)

(8) HIGH indicator

(9) PASS indicator

(10) LOW indicator

(11) Main display

(12) Sub-display (13) Threshold switch

(14) Mode switch

(5) Power ON indicator(6) Zero reset indicator

(15) Operating Keys

(7) ENABLE indicator

Details of Controls and Display Area

Current/voltage output selector

Voltage output

Current output

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PreamplifierConnectorConnects to Amplifier Unit.Actuator

Plunger

Rubber boot

Sensor Head

Display (*) Connectors (one on each side, two total)Connects to Amplifier Unit.

Connector indicatorsLight when Calculating Unit is connected to Amplifier Units.

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(1) The communications connector connects the communications cable to the ProgrammableController.

(2) The Amplifier Unit connector connects to the Amplifier Unit.

(3) The power supply indicator lights when the power is turned ON.

(4) BUSY: Lights during communications with the Smart Sensor.ERR: Lights if an error occurs during communications with the Smart Sensor.

(5) BUSY: Lights during communications with the Programmable Controller.

ERR: Lights if an error occurs during communications with the Programmable Controller.

Display ()

(1) Communications Connector

(2) Amplifier Unit Connector

(3) Power supply indicator(4) Sensor communications indicators (BUSY and ERR)

(5) External terminal communications indicators (BUSY and ERR)

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Installing the Amplifier UnitAmplifier Units can be easily mounted to 35-mm DIN Track.

InstallationHook the connector end of the Amplifier Unit on the DIN Track and press in at the bot-tom until the Unit locks into place.

Always hook the connector end of the Amplifier Unit on the DIN Track first. Mounting strengthmay decrease if the output cable end is hooked on the DIN Track first.

DIN Track (order separately) PFP-100N (1 m) PFP-50N (0. 5 m) PFP-100N2 (1 m)

End Plates (order separately) PFP-M

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Removal MethodPush the Amplifier Unit up and pull out from the connector end.

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Installing Sensor HeadsThis section describes how to install Sensor Heads and Preamplifiers.

Secure the connector so that it is not subjected to vibration or shock.

Sensor Heads

Installation

Do not clamp the Sensor Head directly on the end of the screw. Otherwise, the Sensor Head maybe damaged.

Mounting JigZX-TDS01T/TDS04T-@Mount the Sensor Head using M3 screws and a mounting torque between 0.6 and 0.8 N·m.

ZX-TDS10T-@@Mount the Sensor Head using M4 screws and a mounting torque between 2 and 3 N·m.

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When preparing a mounting jig, set the support tightening force to 100 N maximum.

Mounting Position Secure the Sensor Head along the section indicated by A.

If the Sensor Head will be used in an area with extreme temperature fluctuations,secure the Sensor Head along the section indicated by B. This will minimize the effectsof expansion and contraction that accompany temperature fluctuations.

Check to see how the plunger moves after the Sensor Head is fastened in place. It will not moveproperly if the Sensor Head is fastened too tightly.

Supported at 3 pointsMounting jig

Base jigSensor Head cross-section

Mounting width:8 mm min.

Tightening force:100 N max.

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Preamplifiers

InstallationUse the enclosed Preamplifier Mounting Bracket.

The Preamplifier can also be mounted to 35-mm DIN Track.Use the ZX-XBT2 Preamplifier DIN Track Mounting Bracket (order separately) when mountingthe Preamplifier to DIN Track.

1. Use M3 screws to fix the enclosed Preampli-fier mounting bracket.

2. Snap one end of the Preamplifier into thebracket.

3. Then snap the other end of the Preamplifierinto the bracket.

Removal MethodHold the center of the Preamplifier and lift.

27±0.1 Two, M3

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ConnectionsThis section describes how to connect component parts of the Smart Sensor.

Turn OFF the power supply to the Amplifier Unit before connecting or removing components. The Smart Sen-sor may malfunction if components are connected or removed while the power is ON.

Sensor Heads

Do not touch the terminals inside the connector.

Connection MethodPush the Sensor Head connector into the Amplifier Unit connector until it locks.

Removal MethodWhen disconnecting the Sensor Head, hold the connector ring and the Amplifier Unitconnector and pull them straight out.

Do not pull only on the connector ring, because the input cable of the Amplifier Unit may be dam-aged.

All settings on the Amplifier Unit will be cleared when the Sensor Head is replaced with a differ-ent model.

Connector ring

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Calculating Units

Use Calculating Units to connect Amplifier Units when making calculations betweenAmplifier Units.

A maximum of 8 Amplifier Units can be connected using Calculating Units.

Provide power to all connected Amplifier Units.Connect the linear grounds of all Amplifier Units to each other.

Connection Method

1. Open the connector covers on the Amplifier Units.

Open the connector covers by lifting and sliding them open.

2. Mount the Calculating Unit to the DIN Track.

3. Slide and connect the Calculating Unit to the Amplifier Unit connector.

4. Slide and connect the second Amplifier Unit to the Calculating Unit connector.

Perform the above operation in the reverse order to remove Calculating Units.

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Channel Numbers of Amplifier UnitsThe following diagram shows the channel numbers when multiple Amplifier Units areconnected.

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Interface Units

Use an Interface Unit to connect a Programmable Controller to the Smart Sensor sys-tem.

Up to five Amplifier Units can be connected.

Connection Method

1. Open the connector cover on the Amplifier Unit.

Open the connector cover by lifting and sliding it open.

2. Mount the Interface Unit to the DIN Track.

3. Slide and connect the Interface Unit to the Amplifier Unit connector.

Perform the above operation in the reverse order to remove Interface Units.

When multiple Amplifier Units are used, connect the Interface Unit to the Amplifier Unit with thehighest channel number.

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Wiring Output CablesThe following diagram shows the wires in the output cable.

Wire the output cable correctly. Incorrect wiring may damage the Smart Sensor.

(1) A 12- to 24-VDC (±10%) power supply is connected to the power supply terminals. Whenusing an Amplifier Unit with a PNP output, the power supply terminal is also the common I/Oterminal for all I/O except for the linear output.

Use a stabilized power supply separate from other devices and power systems for the AmplifierUnit, particularly when high resolution is required.Use a DC power supply equipped with measures to counter generation of high voltage (safetyovervoltage/undervoltage circuits) or use a UL Class 2 DC power supply. Do not ground the pos-itive terminal on the secondary side (i.e., the DC side).

(2) The GND terminal is the 0-V power supply terminal. When using an Amplifier Unit with anNPN output, the GND terminal is also the common I/O terminal for all I/O except for the linearoutput.

(3) The HIGH judgement output outputs HIGH judgement results. This output also turns ONwhen the Pressing Force Alarm operates.

(4) The PASS judgement output outputs PASS judgement results.

(5) The LOW judgement output outputs LOW judgement results. This output also turns ON whenthe Pressing Force Alarm operates.

(6) The linear output outputs a current or voltage output in accordance with the measured value.

(7) The linear output GND terminal is the 0-V terminal for the linear output.

• Use a different ground for the linear output from the normal ground.• Always ground the linear output terminal even when linear output is not used.

(8) When the judgement output hold input is turned ON, the judgement outputs are held and notoutput to the external devices. Turn the judgement output hold input ON when setting thresh-old values.

When setting threshold values while connected to external devices, turn ON the Amplifier Unit’sjudgement output hold input to prevent the outputs to external devices from changing.

(9) The zero reset input is used to execute and clear zero reset

(1) Power supply

(2) GND

(3) HIGH judgement output

(4) PASS judgement output

(5) LOW judgement output

(6) Linear output

(7) Linear output GND

(8) Judgement output hold input

(9) Zero reset input

(10) Timing input

(11) Reset input

Brown

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(10) The timing input is for signal input from external devices. Use it for hold function timing.

(11) The reset input resets all measurement processing and outputs.

I/O Circuit Diagrams

NPN Amplifier Unit

PNP Amplifier Unit

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Blue GND (0 V)

Pink Judgement output hold input

Purple Timing input

Orange Zero reset input

Red Reset input

Black Linear output

Shield Linear ground

Voltage output (±4 V)

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RedReset input

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Shield Linear ground

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Confirming Warm-up CompletionWhen the power is turned ON in RUN or T Mode, the sub-display will flash W-UP to show thatthe Sensor is warming up. Warm-up requires approximately 1 to 15 minutes. When warmingup has been completed, the normal display will be shown.

Measurement operations can be performed while in warm-up display status, but the precision ofmeasurements before warming up has been completed will be low. For high-precision measure-ments, wait until warming up has been completed.

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Pressing Force AlarmWhen the pressing force of the plunger exceeds the rated measurement distance by 1% ormore, OVER will be displayed on the main display to indicate that the plunger is pressing toohard. (The HIGH and LOW indicators will also light.)

Too much pressing force will cause damage. Adjust the detection position of the Sensor Head.

Be careful if an external device is connected because the HIGH and LOW judgement outputs willalso turn ON simultaneously when the Pressing Force Alarm operates.

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Turn ON Power Supply

Installation and Connection

Preparations for Measurement

Reading Displays and Operating

Basic Knowledge for Operation

Making Settings for the Application

Measuring Thickness

Measuring Height Difference and Flatness

Measuring Depth

Setting and Changing Measurement Data

Setting Number of Samples to Average

Using Hold Functions

Inverting Positive and Negative Values

Setting Judgement Conditions

Entering Threshold Values

Setting Output Data

Linear Output

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Error Messages and Countermeasures

Meaning of Digital Display

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Switching Modes

The ZX-T has three modes. Use the Mode Switch on the Amplifier Unit to switchbetween modes. Switch to the desired mode before starting operation.

Function Transition Charts, p. 47

Mode Description

RUN Normal operation mode

T Mode for setting the threshold values

FUN Mode for setting measurement conditions.

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Reading Displays

The data displayed on the main and sub-displays depends on the mode currentlyselected. When the power is first turned ON after shipment, RUN mode data is dis-played.

Function Transition Charts, p. 47

Alphabet Display FormatThe alphabet appears on the main and sub-displays as shown in the following table.

Mode Main Display Sub-display

RUN Displays the measured value (the value after measurement condi-tions have been reflected).

For example, when the hold func-tion is set, the held value will be displayed.

Changes between displaying the present value (actual measured value), threshold value, output value, and resolu-tion in order when the Control Keys are pressed.

Threshold Value Display

Displays either the HIGH or LOW threshold value, depend-ing on the position of the threshold switch.

The monitor focus setting determines whether the value is output as voltage or current.

Output Settings (Monitor Focus), p. 81

T Displays the measured value (the value after the measurement con-ditions have been reflected).

For example, when the hold func-tion is set, the held value will be displayed.

Displays the threshold value for the threshold being set.

Displays either the HIGH or LOW threshold value, depend-ing on the position of the threshold switch.

FUN Displays the function names in order when the Control Keys are pressed.

Displays the setting for the function displayed on the main display.

Main display

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Key Operations

Use the Control Keys to change the display and set measurement conditions.

The mode currently selected determines the key functions.

Switching Modes, p. 42

Control Keys

KeyFunction

RUN Mode T Mode FUN Mode

Cursor Keys

LEFT Key

RIGHT Key

Changes sub-display content.

Used when selecting numeral digits.

Function changes depend-ing on setting.

• Switches function display.

• Selects numeral digit.

• Stops setting.

UP Key Performs timing input. Used when changing numerals.

Function changes depend-ing on setting.

• Switches between selections.

• Changes numerals.DOWN Key Resets input.

ENT Key Performs zero reset. Function changes depend-ing on operation.

• Confirms threshold value.

• Executes teaching.

Confirms the set condition or value.

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Setting Conditions

Display the target function on the main display and select the desired value from thesub-display to set measurement conditions.

This section uses the example of setting a peak hold as the hold condition to explainhow to set measurement conditions.

Changing to FUN and HOLD

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayHOLD on the main display.

Setting Hold Conditions

3. Press either the UP or DOWN Key.

The present set value will flash on the sub-display.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select P-H.

Press either the LEFT or RIGHT Key to cancel theselected option. The display will return to the current set-ting (OFF in this example).

5. When you finish selecting the set value, pressthe ENT Key to confirm the setting.

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Inputting Numerals

This section describes how to input numeric values for threshold and output settings.The example of direct input of the low threshold value will be used.

Changing the low threshold from 0.200 to 0.190

Changing to T Mode

1. Set the mode switch to T.

Setting Threshold Value

2. Set the switch to L.

The measured value will be displayed on the maindisplay. The current setting will be displayed on the sub-display.

3. Press any Cursor Key.

The first digit on the sub-display will flash and direct inputwill be enabled.

4. Use the LEFT or RIGHT Key to move the cur-sor to the first decimal place.

5. Use the UP or Down Key to display 1.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to move the cursor tothe second decimal place and display 9.

To cancel the selected setting, use the LEFT Key to movethe cursor to the leftmost digit and press the LEFT Keyagain. Alternatively, use the RIGHT Key to move to therightmost digit and press the RIGHT Key again. The dis-play will return to the current setting (0.200 in this exam-ple).

7. When you finish adjusting the numeric value,press the ENT Key to confirm the value.

The display will change from flashing to being lit continu-ously and the numeric value will be registered.

SUB

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Function Transition ChartsReading Transition Charts

The upper section is the main display and the lower section is the sub-display.

RUN Mode

The numerals shown in the above diagram are an example only. The actual display maybe different.

Present Values and Measured Values p. 119

T Mode

There is no function transition in T mode.

The numerals shown in the above diagram are an example only. The actual display maybe different.

In RUN and T modes, the position of the threshold switch will determine whether the HIGH or LOW thresholdwill be displayed.

Main display

Sub-display

Measured value (See note.) (The main display always shows the measured value.)

Present value (See note.)

Note: In FUN mode, the measured value and present value are displayed first.

Threshold value Output value

Measured value

Threshold value p. 77

Threshold switch

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Self-trigger level (See note Hysteresis HoldNumber of samples to average

Note 1: Scale inversion is displayed first when you enter FUN mode.

Scaleinversion

Special functions

Display digit limit

Linear output correction

Zero reset memoryError Output

When all is selected, all special functions are displayed.

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Note 3: When multiple Amplifier Units are con-nected, 2-sensor operation is displayed on all but the CH1 Amplifier Unit.

This symbol indicates that after the ENT Key has been pressed to confirm the se-lection, the LEFT and RIGHT Keys should be pressed to move through the menu.

Self trigger hys-teresis width

Settings initialization

2-sensor operation (See note 3.)

Note 2: Displayed only when SP-H or SB-H is selected for the hold condition.

Monitor focus

ECO mode Display reverse

Clamp value setting

Settings for non-measurement

Span adjustment

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Measuring ThicknessThe following configuration will be used to describe the procedure for measuring thickness.

When making settings while still connected to an external device, set the Amplifier Unit’s judgement outputhold input to ON so that the output to the external device remains unchanged.

Flow of Operation

Mounting to the Device

Adjusting the Detection Position

Setting Thickness Values

Setting Expressions

Setting Tolerance Judgement Values

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Mounting to the Device

Connecting Amplifier UnitsConnect two Amplifier Units by placing a Calculating Unit between them as shown inthe diagram below.

The calculation result is displayed on (i.e. output to) the CH2 Amplifier Unit. Connectthe CH2 output cable to the external device to enable external control.

Connections, p. 30

The CH1 Amplifier Unit will display (output) the measurement result for the CH1 Sensor Head only.

Mounting the Sensor Head to the Inspection DeviceRefer to the following diagram and prepare the mounting jigs. Mount the Sensor Headsfacing each other.

Installing Sensor Heads, p. 26

CH1

CH2

Calculation Unit

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Set a reference sample with a known thickness (T) between the Sensor Heads.

With the reference sample in place, adjust the Sensor Heads until the respective Ampli-fier Units display as close to zero as possible.

Measurement distance, p. 119

Setting Expressions

Switch the CH2 Amplifier Unit to FUN mode and set 2-sensor operation (CALC) to [A + B].

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on operation.

Calculating Measured Values, p. 90

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Rated measurement distanceRated measurement distance

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Setting Thickness Values

Use the Zero Reset Function to set the Sensor Head position for when the referencesample is in place. Use the CH2 Amplifier Unit to perform this setting.

Insert a reference sample with a known thickness (T).

Switch to FUN mode and set the thickness on the Zero Reset display ([ZRDSP]).

Set the offset value and then return to the RUN mode.

Press and hold the ENT Key for at least 1 s to reset to zero.

The relationship between the positions of the CH1 and CH2 Sensor Heads will be reg-istered at the same timing that was used when the zero reset was executed. (The dis-play value here is 1 mm.) Thickness is measured based on the relationship of theSensor Heads, and the measurement result is displayed on the CH2 Amplifier Unit.

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on operation. Using the Zero Reset Function, p. 92

TCH1

CH2

FUNOffset value setting

Example: T = 1 mm

CH1

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RUN

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Setting Tolerance Judgement Values

Set the upper and lower limits (the HIGH and LOW threshold values) for the PASS (OK)judgement on thickness.

The HIGH, PASS, and LOW judgement results will be output based on the thresholdvalues set here.

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on operation.

Inputting Threshold Values Directly, p. 78

Measurement result Judgement

Measurement result > HIGH threshold HIGH

LOW threshold ≤ Measurement result ≤ HIGH threshold PASS

LOW threshold > Measurement result LOW

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Measuring the Height of a Step and FlatnessThe following configuration will be used to describe the procedure for measuring flatness.

When making settings while still connected to an external device, set the Amplifier Unit’s judgement outputhold input to ON so that the output to the external device remains unchanged.

Flow of OperationPlace an actual sensing object in position. Have a reference sample ready beforehand.

Mounting to the Device

Adjusting the Detection Position

Registering the Status With No

Height Difference

Setting Expressions

Setting Tolerance Judgement Values

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Mounting to the Device

Connecting Amplifier UnitsConnect two Amplifier Units by placing a Calculating Unit between them as shown inthe diagram below.

The calculation result is displayed on (i.e. output to) the CH2 Amplifier Unit. Connectthe CH2 output cable to the external device to enable external control.

Connections, p. 30

The CH1 Amplifier Unit will display (output) the measurement result for the CH1 Sensor Head only.

Mounting Sensor Heads to the Inspection DeviceRefer to the following diagram and prepare mounting jigs. Mount the Sensor Headsparallel to each other.

Installing Sensor Heads, p. 26

Calculating Unit

CH1 CH2

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Adjusting the Detection Position

Set a flat reference sample between the Sensor Heads.

With the reference sample in place, adjust the Sensor Heads until the respective Ampli-fier Units display as close to zero as possible.

Measurement distance, p. 119

Setting Expressions

Switch the CH2 Amplifier Unit to FUN mode and set 2-sensor operation (CALC) to [A − B].

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on operation.

Calculating Measured Values, p. 90

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Registering the Status With No Height Difference

Use the Zero Reset Function to set the status with no height difference. Use the CH2

Amplifier Unit to perform this setting.

Set a flat reference sample under the Sensor Heads.

Check to see if the zero reset offset value (ZRDSP) on the CH2 Amplifier Unit is set to zero beforeyou reset to zero. (Zero is the default setting.)

Setting Offset Values, p. 94

Switch the CH2 Amplifier Unit to RUN mode, and press and hold the ENT Key for atleast 1 s to reset to zero.

The status with no height difference (0) will be registered at the same timing that wasused when the zero reset was executed. Now the CH2 Amplifier Unit will display heightdifferences between the sensing points.

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on operation. Using the Zero Reset Function, p. 92

FUN

RUN

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Setting Tolerance Judgement Values

Set the upper and lower limits (the HIGH and LOW threshold values) for the PASS (OK)judgement on height difference/flatness.

The HIGH, PASS, and LOW judgement results will be output based on the thresholdvalues set here.

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on operation.

Inputting Threshold Values Directly, p. 78

Measurement result Judgement

Measurement result > HIGH threshold HIGH

LOW threshold ≤ measurement result ≤ HIGH threshold PASS

LOW threshold > measurement result LOW

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Measuring DepthThe following configuration will be used to describe the procedure for measuring depth.

When making settings while still connected to an external device, set the Amplifier Unit’s judgement outputhold input to ON so that the output to the external device remains unchanged.

Flow of Operation

Mounting to the Device

Adjusting the Detection Position

Registering DepthInverting the Scale Setting Tolerance Judgement Values

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Prepare the mounting jig and mount the Sensor Head.

Installing Sensor Heads, p. 26

Adjusting the Detection Position

Set a reference sample with a known depth (D) under the Sensor Head.

With the reference sample in place, adjust the Sensor Head until the Amplifier Unit dis-plays as close to zero as possible.

Mounting jig

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Inverting the Scale

Switch ON the Scale Inversion Function (INV) to match changes in sensing object dis-placement to changes in the measured value on the display. (OFF is the default set-ting.).

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on operation. Inverting Positive and Negative Values (Scale Inversion), p. 75

(mm)

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For the default setting (OFF), the display value increases when the Sensor Head plunger is pressed. If a mea-surement is taken with this setting, the display value will increase as the sensing object becomes thinner.

Display value

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Changes are inverted if the Scale Inversion Function (INV) is set to ON. This means that changes in theamount of displacement can be matched to changes in display values.

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Registering Depth

Use the zero reset function to register the Sensor Head position at the reference depth.Set a reference sample with a known depth (D) under the Sensor Head.

Switch to FUN mode and set the depth on the Zero Reset display ([ZRDSP]).

Set the offset value and then return to the RUN mode.

Press and hold the ENT Key for at least 1 s to reset to zero.

The Sensor Head position will be registered at the same timing that was used when thezero reset was executed. (The display value here is 3 mm.) Depth is measured basedon this positional relationship of the Sensor Head.

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on operation. Using the Zero Reset Function, p. 92

D

FUNOffset value setting

Example: D = 3 mm

RUN

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Setting Tolerance Judgement Values

Set the upper and lower limits (the HIGH and LOW threshold values) for the PASS (OK)judgement on depth.

Refer to Section 5 Detailed Settings for details on settings.

Inputting Threshold Values Directly, p. 78

Measurement result Judgement

Measurement result > HIGH threshold HIGH

LOW threshold ≤ Measurement result ≤ HIGH threshold PASS

LOW threshold > Measurement result LOW

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Other Measurements

Measuring Gaps in Sensing Objects

Gaps (G) in sensing objects can be measured using the thickness measurement.

The procedure is the same one used to measure thickness. Measuring Thickness, p. 52

Gap Measurement Basics Using the Scale Inversion Function

Switch ON the Scale Inversion Function (INV) on the Amplifier Units to match changesin gap size to changes in measured values on the display. (Inversion is turned OFF inthe default setting.)

Setting the Gap (G) on the Zero Reset Display (ZRDSP)

G

For the default setting (OFF), the display value increases when the Sensor Head plunger is pressed.If a measurement is taken with this setting, the display value will increase as the gap size decreases.

Changes are inverted if the Scale Inversion Function (INV) is set to ON. This means that changes inthe amount of displacement can be matched to changes in display values.

Large gap = Lower display valueSmall gap = Higher display value

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Measuring Height Differences at Multiple Points

If Calculating Units are used to connect Amplifier Units, then up to 8 calculation pointscan be measured simultaneously.

The procedure is the same one used to measure height difference/flatness.

Set all Amplifier Units starting from the CH2 to the same CH2 settings used to measureheight difference and flatness.

Measuring the Height of a Step and Flatness, p. 57

Display on Amplifier Units starting at CH2

The difference between displacement at CH1 and at each of the other channels is displayed.

Calculating Unit

CH2CH1 CH3 CH8

CH2CH1 CH3

Example: For the following present values:

CH1: 0.2 mmCH2: 0.3 mmCH3: −0.4 mm

The following measured values are displayed:

CH1: 0.2 mmCH2: 0.1 mm (CH2-CH1)CH3: −0.6 mm (CH3-CH1)

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Setting Number of Samples to Average

The number of samples to average is the number of data points used to average datameasured by the Sensor. The average value will be output.

Use the number of samples to average function to ignore sudden variations in measuredvalues. If the number of samples is increased, however, the response time of the judgementoutputs and linear output will be increased.

Moving to FUN and AVE

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayAVE on the main display.

Selecting Number of Samples to Average

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select thenumber of samples to average.

5. Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection.

The setting will be registered.

Selection for No. of samples to average Response time

1 2 ms

2 3 ms

4 5 ms

8 9 ms

16 17 ms

32 33 ms

64 65 ms

128 129 ms

256 (default) 257 ms

512 513 ms

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Using Hold Functions

The hold functions hold data for specific points during the measurement period (samplingperiod), such as the maximum or minimum value, and output those values at the end of themeasurement period.

The value that will be held during the sampling period is selected here.

The CLAMP value is output until the first sampling period is finished. CLAMP value, p. 88

Hold condition (which value to hold)

Sampling period

Output

Measurement starts* Measurement ends*

* The timing input method depends on the hold conditions.

Value is held until the next time thehold condition is met.Current measured value

Selection Details

OFF (default) Hold measurement is not performed. The current measured value is always out-put.

P-H (Peak hold) Holds the maximum value during the sampling period. The sampling period is the period that the timing signal is ON.

B-H (Bottom hold) Holds the minimum value during the sampling period. The sampling period is the period that the timing signal is ON.

ON

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Sampling period

Maximum value

Timing input

ON

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Timing input

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Hysteresis width (for self trigger)Set the hysteresis based on fluctuations in the measured values around the trigger level. When set,hysteresis will be applied from the start of the sampling period and will prevent timing input chatter-ing.

S-H (Sample hold) Holds the measured value the moment the timing signal turns ON.

PP-H (Peak-to-peak hold)

Holds the difference between the maximum and minimum values during the sampling period. The sampling period is the period that the timing signal is ON. This option is selected mainly when detecting vibration.

SP-H (Self-peak hold) Holds the maximum value during the sampling period. The sampling period is the period when the measured value is greater than the specified trigger level.

SB-H (Self-bottom hold) Holds the minimum value during the sampling period. The sampling period is the period when the measured value is lower than the specified trigger level.

Selection Details

ON

OFF

Sampling period

Output (Changes the moment the sampling period is entered.)

Timing input

Maximum value

Sampling period

Minimum value

Output (difference between maximum and minimum)

ON

OFFTiming input

Maximum value

Minimum value

Sampling period

Trigger levelMaximum value Output

Operating valueRelease value

Hysteresis width (for self trigger)*

Sampling period

Trigger level Minimum valueOutput

Operating valueRelease value

Hysteresis width (for self trigger)*

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Moving to FUN and HOLD

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayHOLD on the main display.

Selecting Hold Condition

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select thehold condition.

5. Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection.

The setting will be registered.

The following settings are performed only if SP-H or SB-H is the selected hold condi-

tion.

Setting Trigger Levels

6. Use the RIGHT or LEFT Key to display H-LVL on the main display.

7. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The leftmost digit of the sub-display will flash.

8. Use the Cursor Keys to set the trigger level.

SUB

SUB

SUB

Move between digits.

Increment and decre-ment the numeric value.

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9. Press the ENT Key to confirm the settings.

The trigger level will be registered.

Setting Hysteresis Width (for Self Trigger)

10. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to display H-HYS on the main display.

11. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The leftmost digit of the sub-display will flash.

12. Use the Cursor Keys to set the hysteresiswidth for the trigger level.

13. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting.

The hysteresis width (for self trigger) will be registered.

SUB

Move between digits.

Increment and decre-ment the numeric value.

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amount of displacement changes. For the default setting, the display value increases when the

Sensor Head plunger is pressed.

Moving to FUN and INV

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayINV on the main display.

Selecting the Display

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

Options Description

OFF (default) The display value increases when the plunger is pressed.

ON The display value decreases when the plunger is pressed.

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Entering Threshold Values

Threshold values are set to determine the range for PASS judgements. Both HIGH and LOWthreshold values are set. There are three judgement outputs: HIGH, PASS, and LOW.

The following table outlines the two methods for setting the threshold values.

Hysteresis (hysteresis width) can also be set for threshold values. Set hysteresis when judgements areunstable to prevent chattering.

p. 80

When making settings while still connected to an external device, set the Amplifier Unit judgement’s outputhold input to ON so that the output to the external device remains unchanged. The judgement outputs in Tmode will be the same as in RUN mode, i.e., HIGH, PASS, and LOW.

Method Details

Direct input Sets threshold values by direct numerical value input.Direct input is useful when you know the dimensions for an OK judgement or when you want to fine-tune threshold values after teaching.

Position teaching Performs actual measurements and uses the measurement results to set threshold values.Position teaching is useful when threshold samples, i.e., with the upper and lower limits, can be obtained beforehand.

(ON when the measured value < LOW threshold value)

HIGH threshold value

Measured value

LOW threshold value

Output

(ON when the measured value > HIGH threshold value)

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Inputting Threshold Values Directly

The threshold values can be set by directly inputting the numeric values.

Direct input is useful when the dimensions for an OK judgement are known beforehandor when fine-tuning threshold values after teaching.

Moving to T Mode

1. Set the mode switch to T.

Setting Threshold Values

2. Move the threshold switch to either H or L,i.e., the threshold to be set.

The current measured value is shown on the main dis-play and the threshold being set (value for the thresholdswitch selection) will be displayed on the sub-display.

3. Press one of the Cursor Keys.

The leftmost digit of the threshold value will flash on thesub-display.

4. Use the Cursor Keys to set the thresholdvalue.

5. Press the ENT Key to confirm the settings.

The threshold values will be registered.

Countermeasures for Setting Errors

One of the following two errors has occurred if the displayreads ERRLH or ERRHL.

HIGH threshold value < LOW threshold value

HIGH threshold value − LOW threshold value < hystere-sis width

Hysteresis Setting, p. 80

If an error is displayed, the threshold value has not beenupdated. Set the threshold values again.

SUB

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Increment and decre-ment the numeric value.

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Position Teaching

When teaching is executed, measurement is performed and the measured values areset as the threshold values.

Position teaching is useful when threshold samples, i.e., with the upper and lower lim-its, can be obtained beforehand.

Hold, zero reset, and scale inversion settings that have been made before teaching are reflected inthe teaching measurements.

Moving to T Mode

1. Set the mode switch to T.

Setting Threshold Values

2. Move the threshold switch to either H or L,i.e., the threshold to be set.

The current measured value is shown on the main dis-play and the threshold being set (the value for the thresh-old switch selection) will be displayed on the sub-display.

3. Place the threshold sample in position.

The main display value changes.

4. Press the ENT Key for at least one secondand then release.

The measured value at the point that the ENT Key isreleased will be set as the threshold value. This thresholdvalue will be shown on the sub-display.

When ERRLH or ERRHL Is Displayed: p. 78

The threshold values set using position teaching can be changed using direct input.This is useful when setting judgement tolerances for measured values.

p. 78

Teaching value = LOW threshold value

Teaching value = HIGH threshold valueThreshold

sample (lower limit)

Threshold sample (upper limit)

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Hysteresis Setting

Set the hysteresis width for the upper and lower limits of judgements when the HIGH,PASS, or LOW judgements are unstable near the threshold values

To prevent self-trigger chattering, set hysteresis for the self-trigger.p. 71

Moving to FUN and HYS

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. The main display will show HYS.

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The leftmost of the sub-display will flash.

4. Use the Cursor Keys to enter the hysteresiswidth.)

5. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting.

The hysteresis width will be registered.

Countermeasures for Setting Errors

If ERROV is displayed, HIGH threshold value − LOWthreshold value < hysteresis width.

If an error is displayed, the threshold values have notbeen updated. Set the values again or change thethreshold values.

Operating valueRelease value

HIGH threshold value

Measured value

LOW threshold value

Hysteresis (hysteresis width)

Output

Move between digits.

Increment and decre-ment the numeric value.

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Linear Output

Output Settings (Monitor Focus)

Linear output refers to the conversion of measurement results to a 3 to 21-mA currentoutput or a −5 to 5-V voltage output. This section describes how to choose either cur-rent or voltage output and how to set the linear output range. Match the settings to suitthe connected external device.

Enter the output values for any two current values or voltage values to set the outputrange.

When a Sensor Head with a model number with a "T" suffix is connected, the mea-sured value of the output cannot be changed. Only the current output or voltage outputcan be changed.

Example: Setting −0.5 mm to a 16-mA output and 0.5 mm to a 8-mA output (for current output)

Separate the two specified points by at least 1% of the rated measurement distance for the con-nected Sensor.For example, the rated measurement distance for the ZX-TSD01T Sensor is 1 mm. Therefore, thetwo specified points must be separated by 10 µm min.

Using the Zero Reset FunctionZero reset is released when monitor focus is set. Execute the zero reset again after setting monitorfocus.

Zero Reset, p. 92

Measured value (mm)

Output current (mA)

Measured value (mm)

Output current (mA)

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This section describes how to set the output range, using an example of current outputwith a range with the following conversions: −0.5 mm to 16 mA and 0.5 mm to 8 mA.Change the values in the example to suit the voltage output as required.

1. Turn OFF the power supply to the Amplifier Unit.

2. Move the current/voltage switch to current out-put. The switch is found on the bottom of theAmplifier Unit.

A voltage output is the default setting.

Moving to FUN and SPCL

3. Turn ON the power supply and move themode switch to FUN.

4. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

Moving to FOCUS

5. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

6. Use the Up and DOWN Keys to display SETor ALL.

7. Press the ENT Key.

Measured value (mm)

Output current (mA)

Measured value (mm)

Output current (mA)

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8. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayFOCUS on the main display.

Selecting Current (mA) or Voltage (V) Output

9. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

10. Display mA.

Always select the same output as the current/voltage switch selection on the bottom of the AmplifierUnit.

Setting the First Point (A)

11. Press the ENT Key.

The display will change to allow the first-point settings tobe made. The output current value will be displayed onthe main display, and the corresponding measured valuewill be displayed on the sub-display and the leftmost digitwill flash.

12. Set the output current value and the corre-sponding measured value for the first point.

Set a measured value within the measurement distance.If scaling or calculation has been set, set a value thatreflects those settings.

The flashing digit, i.e., the digit for which a value can be set, will change as shown in the diagram.

SUB

(mm)

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Move between digits.

Increment and decre-ment the numeric value.

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Digit moves one at a time

Movement between main display and sub-display (from leftmost or rightmost digit of sub-display)

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13. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting.

The setting for the first point will be confirmed. Thescreen for setting the second point will then be displayed.

Setting the Second Point (B)

14. Use the same procedure as for the first pointto set the output current value and corre-sponding measurement result for the secondpoint.

15. Press the ENT Key to confirm the settings.

Confirming Completion of Monitor Focus Settings

The display will read OK if monitor focus has been setcorrectly.

The display will be NG if the settings are incorrect.

If the settings are incorrect, check the following pointsand execute the monitor focus again.

• Is the measured value set on the sub-display withinthe measurement distance (with scaling and calcula-tion settings reflected if set)?

• Are the first and second points separated by at least1% of the rated measurement distance?

• Are the current (or voltage) values for the two pointsthe same?

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Correcting Linear Output Values

Discrepancies may occur between the linear output current (or voltage) values set onthe Amplifier Unit and the actual current (or voltage) values measured due to the condi-tions for the connected external device or other factors. The linear output correctionfunction can be used to correct this discrepancy.

The output values are corrected by entering the correction value for the current or volt-age values for any two points.

Set the monitor focus function and select either current or voltage output beforehand. p. 81

This section uses a current output as an example. Change the values in this examplefor voltage output as necessary.

1. Connect the linear output to an external ammeter.

Moving to FUN and SPCL

2. Turn ON the power supply and set the modeswitch to FUN.

3. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

Moving to LEFT-ADJ

4. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

5. Use the UP or DOWN Keys to display SET orALL.

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6. Press the ENT Key.

7. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to display L-ADJ on the main display.

The units for the monitor focus settings (mA or V) will beshown on the sub-display.

8. Press the ENT Key.

The display will change to the settings for the first point(A). The output current value will be displayed on themain display and the correction will be displayed on thesub-display and the leftmost digit will flash.

Setting the First Point (A)

9. Set the output current and correction valuesfor the first point.

Adjust the correction value on the sub-display so that theammeter reading and the output current shown on themain display are the same. The larger the correctionvalue, the larger the output current.

The correction value can be set within the range -999 to999. To set a negative value, make the leftmost digit ofthe sub-display flash and change the value.

The flashing digit, i.e., the digit for which a valuecan be set, will change as shown in the diagram.

10. Press the ENT Key to confirm the settings.

The correction value for the first point will be confirmed.

The screen for setting the second point correction valuewill be displayed.

Move between digits.

Increment and decre-ment the numeric value.

Sub-display digit movement

Digit moves one at a time

Movement between main display and sub-display (from leftmost or rightmost digit of sub-display)

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Setting the Second Point (B)

11. Use the same procedure as the first point toset the correction value for the second point.

12. Press the ENT Key.

Confirming Setting Results

If linear output correction has been registered correctly,the sub-display will show OK.

If the correction is not registered correctly, the display willshow NG.

Check that the current (or voltage) value for the twopoints are not the same and execute again.

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Output Settings for Non-measurement

The linear output method for when a reset is input can be set.

For Hold MeasurementsEven if KEEP is set, the output before the first hold value is obtained will be the same as CLAMP.

Moving to FUN and SPCL

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

Moving to RESET

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to display ETCor ALL.

5. Press the ENT Key.

6. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayRESET on the main display.

SelectionOutputs

Judgement outputs Linear output

KEEP (default) The status immediately before measurement is stopped is held and output.

CLAMP All OFF. Outputs the set CLAMP value.The following options are available.

• For current output: 3 to 21 mA or maximum (approx. 23 mA)

• For voltage output: -5 to 5 V or maximum (approx. 5.5 V)

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Selecting Output Status for Non-measurement

7. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

8. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select eitherKEEP or CLAMP.

9. Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection.

The output status will be registered.

Next, set the clamp value if CLAMP is selected.

Setting Clamp Values (when CLAMP Is Selected)

10. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayCLAMP on the main display.

CLAMP cannot be displayed if KEEP has been selected.

11. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

12. Select the clamp value.

13. Press the ENT Key to confirm the settings.

The clamp value will be registered.

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Calculating Measured ValuesThis section describes the setting procedure that is used to calculate measured values when

Calculating Units are connected by Amplifier Units. Up to 8 Amplifier Units can be used at one

time, and measured values can be calculated even when Sensors have different measurement

distances.

The ZX-L-series Smart Sensors (Laser Type), ZX-E-series Smart Sensors (LinearProximity Type), and ZX-W-series Smart Sensors (Microwave Type) are not compatible.

The 2 types of expressions are outlined in the following table.

Note: A: Amplifier Unit in which the expression is set (CH2 to CH8)B: CH1 Amplifier Unit

The response time for CH2 Amplifier Units to which expressions have been set is increased by1.0 ms. The response time is also influenced by the setting for the number of samples to average, sothe response time will be the response time based on the set number of samples to average+1.0 ms.

Setting Number of Samples to Average, p. 70

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH8

Calculating Unit

Calculation result output

Calculation result output

Calculation result output

Expression setting

Expression setting

Expression setting

Set the expression using an Amplifier Unit starting at CH2.

Expression type Description Application

A+B

(See note.)

Finds the sum of the measurement results for two Amplifier Units.

• Measuring thickness• Measuring reference surfaces and gaps

A−B

(See note.)

Finds the difference between the measurement results for two Amplifier Units.

• Measuring height difference• Measuring flatness

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Finding the Height DifferenceUse the expression A - B. Perform the setting at all Amplifier Units starting from the one

at CH2. The following describes the procedure for finding the height difference using

the CH2 Amplifier Unit as the example.

Moving to FUN and CALC

1. Set the mode switch to FUN on the CH2Amplifier Unit.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayCALC on the main display.

Selecting Expressions

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select theexpression type.

5. Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection.

The expression will be registered.

CH1=B CH2=A

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Using the Zero Reset Function

When the zero reset function is used, the reference value “0” is registered as the height andthe measured value can be displayed and output as a positive or negative deviation(tolerance) from the reference value.

In RUN mode, the measured value can be reset to 0 at any timing during measurement.

Example 1: Using the Height of the Sensing Object as the Reference Value and theTolerance Output as the Measured Value

Example 2: Measuring Height Differences on Sensing Objects (Zero Reset at EachMeasurement)

When resetting to zero for each measurement, change the settings so the zero reset level is notsaved.

p. 96

You can set any offset value when you want to set a non-zero measured value.

Reference value Sensing object

−0.2 (LOW threshold)

+0.2 (HIGH threshold)Sensing object

Measures this step.

Zero reset

Operation

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Example: Measuring the Height Difference of the Sensing Object for Reference

(Setting 1.0 for the offset value)

(Reference value) 1.0

Sensing object

−1.2 (LOW threshold)

1.2 (HIGH threshold)

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Setting Offset Values

Set an offset value when the reference value for zero reset is a value other than 0.

Moving to FUN and ZRDSP

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayZRDSP on the main display.

Setting Offset Values

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The leftmost digit of the sub-display will flash.

4. Use the Cursor Keys to set the offset value.

5. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting.

The offset value will be registered.

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Increment and decre-ment the numeric value.

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Executing Zero Reset

When the zero reset function is used, the measured value can be reset to a referencevalue of 0 when the ENT key is pressed or an external signal is input.

If zero reset has already been executed, that value will be overwritten. Execute zeroreset within the rated measurement distance. The settings are saved even if the poweris turned OFF (default).

Zero reset memory, p. 96

Linear OutputThe measured value when zero reset is executed will be the center value in the linear output range.When monitor focus is set, the measured value will be the center value between the two points setfor monitor focus. Output Settings (Monitor Focus), p. 81

If the following values are displayed after executing zero reset, then the measurement has probablyfailed.

Example: 5.9999 or − 5.999Correct the offset value.

A setting can be changed so that the zero reset is released when the power is turned OFF. Saving Zero Reset Level, p. 96

1. Place the reference sensing object in position.

2. Set the mode switch to RUN.

3. Press the ENT Key for more than one secondor input the zero reset signal from an externaldevice (for 800 ms max.).

The reference value will be registered and the zero resetindicator will be lit. The tolerance for the registered refer-ence value will be displayed on the main display.

Example

4 8 20−4 −1 +4

−0.8 mm

−0.4 mm

1.2 mm

4 20−4 0 +4

−1.0 mm

0.0 mm

1.0 mm

12

Before Zero Reset

Measured value (mm)

Output current (mA)

Output voltage (V)

Zero reset executed at -0.4 mm

Output current (mA)

Output voltage (V)

After Zero ResetMeasured value (mm)

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Releasing Zero Reset

1. Set the mode switch to RUN.

2. Hold the ENT and RIGHT Keys downtogether for about three seconds.To release zero reset from an external device,input the zero reset signal for one secondminimum.

Zero reset will be released and the zero reset indicatorwill turn OFF.

Saving Zero Reset Level

Select whether or not to hold the measured value zero reset level when the power isturned OFF.

Turn OFF zero reset memory if, as in the example below, the zero point is reset for each measure-ment. If zero reset memory is enabled, the zero reset level data will be written in the Amplifier Unitnon-volatile memory (EEPROM) at each zero reset. The EEPROM can be written a maximum of100,000 times. Writing the zero reset level for each measurement can, therefore, use up the life ofthe memory and lead to malfunctions.

Example: Measuring Steps in Sensing Objects

Even if zero reset memory is set to OFF, the zero reset level will be saved if threshold values or otherfunctions have been changed. Zero reset will continue after startup when these functions have beenchanged.

Selection Details

ON (default) Saves zero reset level when the power is turned OFF.

OFF Zero reset is released when the power is turned OFF.

Measures this step.

Zero reset

Operation

Zero reset Zero reset

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Moving to FUN and SPCL

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

Moving to ZRMEM

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to display ETCor ALL.

5. Press the ENT Key.

6. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayZRMEM on the main display.

Selecting Whether or Not to Enable Zero Reset Memory

7. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

8. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select ON orOFF.

ON: Zero reset memory enabled (default)OFF: Zero reset memory disabled

9. Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection.

The zero reset memory setting will be registered.

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Error Output Function

A function has been added that enables using the HIGH/LOW outputs to inform aperipheral device when the Amplifier Unit has detected an error.It’s also possible to disable the error output when the plunger has been pressed withexcessive force.

If a short-circuit is detected in the judgement outputs(E-sht),the outputs will be stopped to protectthe judgement output circuits,and the HIGH/LOW outputs will not turn ON even if the Error OutputFunction is turned ON.

Error Messages and Countermeasures, p. 116

Moving to FUN and SPCL

1. Move the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

Moving to EROUT

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Display ETC or ALL.

SettingWhen the plunger has

been pressed with excessive force

When any other error has occurred During normal operation

ON The HIGH and LOW outputs both turn ON.

The HIGH and LOW outputs both turn ON.

The HIGH,PASS,and LOWoutputs are controlled by the judgement results.

STAND (default)

The status set for non-mea-surement is output.

OFF The HIGH,PASS,and LOW outputs are controlled by the judgement results.

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5. Press the ENT Key.

6. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayEROUT on the main display.

Setting the Error Output Function

7. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

8. Select the output method to use when anerror is detected.

9. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting.

The setting will be registered.

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Changing the Number of Display DigitsSelect the number of digits for the main and sub-displays in RUN mode. The default setting is5 digits. When 4 or less digits are set, the digits are disabled from the rightmost digit first.

Moving to FUN and SPCL

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

Moving to DIGIT

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to display DISPor ALL.

5. Press the ENT Key.

6. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayDIGIT on the main display.

Selecting Number of Digits

7. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

8. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select thenumber of display digits.

9. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting.

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Reversing the DisplayThe main and sub-digital displays can be reversed, i.e., be turned upside down. The CursorKey operation will also be reversed. This function is useful when mounting the Amplifier Unitupside down on a device.

Moving to FUN and SPCL

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

Moving to DREV

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to display DISPor ALL.

5. Press the ENT Key.

6. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayDREV on the main display.

OFF (Not reversed) ON (Reversed)

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Selecting Whether or Not to Invert Display

7. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

8. Select either OFF or ON.

OFF: Display not reversed (default)

ON: Display reversed

9. Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection.

The display setting will be registered.

When ON is selected, the display will be reversed.

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Adjusting Display Brightness (ECO Display)When the ECO display function is used, the digital displays are not lit, reducing currentconsumption.

Moving to FUN and SPCL

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

Moving to ECO

3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to display DISPor ALL.

5. Press the ENT Key.

6. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayECO on the main display.

Selecting Whether or Not to Use ECO Display

7. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

8. Select either OFF or ON.

OFF: Normal display (default)ON: ECO display

9. Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection.

The display setting will be registered.

When ON is selected, the display will become dark

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Key Lock FunctionThe key lock function disables all Amplifier Unit keys. Once the keys have been disabled, nokey input will be accepted until the lock is released. This function is useful to preventinadvertent changes to settings.The mode and threshold switches are still enabled even when the key lock function is ON.

Setting the Key Lock

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Hold down the UP, DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFTKeys at the same time.

LOCK will be displayed on the main display and “-----” willbe displayed on the sub-display.

3. Release the keys once OK is displayed on thesub-display.

The keys will be locked.

Releasing the Key Lock

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Hold down the UP, DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFTKeys at the same time.

FREE will be displayed on the main display and “-----” willbe displayed on the sub-display.

3. Release the keys once OK is displayed on thesub-display.

The key lock will be released.

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Correcting the Distance Display (Span Adjustment)

This setting is used to correct discrepancies between the display value and the actual amountof displacement. Set the desired distance (units: µm).

This correction does not change the Sensor’s reference position (distance display: 0 mm).

The correction range is about 2% of the measurement distance.Example: ZX-TDS01T

Measurement distance: 1 mm, range of correction: 20 µm

Correction details are registered in the Sensor Head. This means that once done, the correction will not haveto be redone even if the Amplifier Unit is replaced.

Moving to FUN and SPCL

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPCL on the main display.

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Example: Actual displacement: 0.5 mm, display value: 0.498 mm

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3. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The sub-display will flash.

4. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to display SETor ALL.

5. Press the ENT Key.

6. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displaySPAN on the main display.

Setting the Distance Correction

7. Press the UP or DOWN Key.

The leftmost digit on the sub-display will flash.

8. Enter the distance correction (µm).

9. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting.

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Initializing Settings DataThis function resets all settings to their default values.

SPAN adjustment settings are not initialized.

Default Values

1. Set the mode switch to FUN.

2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to displayINIT on the main display.

3. Press and hold down the ENT Key.

The sub-display will display “-----”.

4. Release the ENT Key once OK is displayedon the sub-display

The settings will be initialized.

Function Default Value

Scale inversion OFF

No. of samples to average 256

Hysteresis width Sensor Head resolution specification

(Depends on the type of Sensor Head)

Hold OFF

Zero reset display 0.000 (mm)

Special functions CLOSE

Monitor focus At the minimum measurement distance: 4 (mA)

At the maximum measurement distance: 20 (mA)

Linear output correction No correction

Display reverse OFF

ECO display OFF

No. of display digits 5 digits (all)

Non-measurement settings KEEP

Zero reset memory ON

HIGH threshold 5.999 (mm)

LOW threshold −1.999 (mm)

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ActuatorsActuators are replaceable (order separately). Select the correct actuator for the sensingobject. Replace worn actuators for more precise measurements.

The ZX-TDS10T-@@ can be used only with the D5SN-TN1 and D5SN-TF1.

Replacing Actuators, p. 113

Selecting Actuators

ModelBall type (steel)

D5SN-TB1

Ball type (carbide steel)

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Ball type (ruby)D5SN-TB3

Conversion adapterD5SN-TA

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Measurement object: Carbide steel (HR90) or softer materials

Measurement object: Carbide steel (HR90) or softer materials

Mounting commercial actuators

ModelPin type

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Measurements for the bottom of grooves and holes(Requires conversion adapter)

Measurement of spherical surfaces(Requires conversion adapter)

Female screw M2.5×0.45

Female screw M2.5×0.45

Female screw M2.5×0.45

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Replacing Actuators

Be careful not to damage the rubber boot when replacing the actuator.

1. Remove the standard actuator.

Hold the plunger’s D-cut section with radio pliers or asimilar tool while removing the actuator.

If the replacement must be performed by hold-ing the Sensor Head itself, ensure that atorque exceeding 0.15 N⋅m is not applied.Applying excessive torque may have anadverse affect on plunger operation.

2. Mount the actuator or conversion adapter.

Hold the plunger’s D-cut section with radio pliers or asimilar tool while mounting and securing the actuator.

If the replacement must be performed by hold-ing the Sensor Head itself, ensure that atorque exceeding 0.15 N⋅m is not applied.Applying excessive torque may have anadverse affect on plunger operation.

Model Appearance Application

Bowl-shaped

Measurements on slip-pery surfaces with rela-tively minor height differences.

Lever

Measurement of narrow pitches.

Measuring film-like sensing ob-jects while sliding over the side of the sensing ob-jects.

Lever bends by 90°.

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3. Mount the commercial actuator to the con-version adapter.

• Tighten the actuator securely, and ensure that there isno looseness.

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TroubleshootingThis section describes countermeasures for temporary hardware problems. Check themalfunction in this section before sending the hardware for repair.

Problem Probable cause and possible countermeasure Pages

POWER indicator not lit. • Is the power supply device connected correctly?

• Is the supply voltage below the rated range (12 to 24 VDC ±10%)?

p. 34

Device restarts during operation.

• Is the power supply device connected correctly?

• Are the Interface and Calculating Units connected correctly?

p. 34p. 30

Judgements not output to external device.

• Are all cables connected correctly?

• Is the signal line disconnected?

• Are the judgement hold or reset inputs short-circuited?

p. 34

No input signal received. • Are all cables connected correctly?

• Is the signal line disconnected?

p. 34

No communications with personal computer or Pro-grammable Controller.

• Is the cable connected correctly?

• Is the Interface Unit connected correctly?

• Is the switch under the Interface Unit on the side without the tab?

• Is the connector pin arrangement correct?

p. 30

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Strange linear output lev-els.

• Is the switch on the bottom of the Amplifier Unit set to the correct position?

• Has the correct selection (voltage/current) been made in the monitor focus settings?

• Linear output levels can be fine-tuned.

p. 81

p. 85

Nothing displayed on main display or sub-display.

• Has the number of display digits been set to zero? p. 102

The main display remains on “----”.

• Has timing been input properly with a P-H, B-H, S-H, or PP-H hold enabled?

• Has the self-trigger level been set to an appropriate value with an SP-H or SB-H hold enabled?

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Display Error Countermeasure Pages

E-CHL There are two Sensors but only one Amplifier Unit connected

• If two Amplifier Units have been connected, turn OFF the power supply and check that the Amplifier and Calculating Units are connected correctly.

• If only one Amplifier Unit is being used, connect another Amplifier Unit temporarily and turn OFF the two-sensor operation, or initialize the settings data.

p. 21p. 31

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E-DAT Two-sensor operation communica-tions data error

• Check to see if there is a CH1 Amplifier Unit error. If there is, clear the error.

• Change the mode for the CH1 Amplifier Unit to RUN.

• Turn OFF the power supply and check that the Amplifier and Calculating Units are connected correctly.Replace the Amplifier Unit or the Calculating Unit if the above countermeasures do not solve the problem.

p. 21p. 31p. 42

E-EEP EEPROM data error Hold down the ENT Key for three seconds or longer. Once the data has been cleared, cycle the power supply.Replace the Amplifier Unit if the above countermeasure does not solve the problem.

p. 44

E-HED The Sensor Head is disconnected. Turn OFF the power supply, check that the Sensor Head is connected correctly, and then turn ON the power supply.Replace the Sensor Head if the above countermeasure does not solve the problem.

p. 30

E-SEN The Sensor Head is disconnected or other factors are causing it to malfunction.

Turn OFF the power supply, check the connection for the Sensor Head, and then turn ON the power supply again.Replace the Sensor Head if the above countermeasure does not solve the problem.

p. 30

E-SHT One or all of the judgement outputs are short-circuited.

Turn OFF the power supply, check that the HIGH, PASS, and LOW output lines are not short-circuited, then turn ON the power supply again.

p. 34

ERRLH An attempt was made to set a numeric value larger than the HIGH threshold value to the LOW thresh-old value.

Input correct threshold values. p. 77

HIGH threshold− LOW threshold < hysteresis width

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ERRHL An attempt was made to set a numeric value smaller than the LOW threshold value to the HIGH threshold value.

Input correct threshold values. p. 77

HIGH threshold − LOW threshold < hys-teresis width

ERROV The set numeric value is too large. Input an appropriate numeric value. p. 46p. 77HIGH threshold − LOW threshold < hys-

teresis width

ERRUD The set numeric value is too small. Input an appropriate numeric value. p. 46

OVER The plunger pressing force is excessive. Adjust the detection position of the Sensor Head and the position of the sensing object.

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Can the cable between Sensor Heads and the Preamplifiers be extended?

No. If the cable is extended, measurement precision is lost.

Can calculations be performed with ZX-L-series Smart Sensors (Laser Type), ZX-W-series Smart Sensors (Microwave Type), and ZX-E-series Smart Sensors (Linear Proximity Type)?

No. The ZX-L-series Smart Sensors (Laser Type), ZX-W-series Smart Sensors (Microwave Type), and ZX-E-series Smart Sen-sors (Linear Proximity Type) do not support calculations.

Is the ZX-SF-11 Interface Unit used with the ZX-L-series Smart Sensors (Laser Type), ZX-W-series Smart Sensors (Microwave Type), and ZX-E-series Smart Sensors (Linear Proximity Type) compatible with the ZX-T-series Smart Sensors (Inductive Displacement Type)?

Yes, if the Interface Unit is version 2.0 or later. If the Interface Unit is an earlier version, contact your OMRON representative.(The Interface Unit version can be checked through the following procedure.)

• Enter the version check command using a personal computer or Programmable Controller.

• Check using the ZX-L-series and ZX-E-series Smart Monitor.

Why does an error occur and settings cannot be made when teaching or directly inputting thresh-old values?

Threshold values cannot be set using teaching or by direct input if the following condition is not met:• HIGH threshold value − LOW threshold value > hysteresis width

p. 77

When monitor focus is executed, why does an error appear on the sub-display and the settings cannot be made?

Monitor focus settings cannot be made when the distance between the two specified points is not 1% or more of the mea-surement distance.

p. 81

Can calculations be performed with 9 or more Amplifier Units?

Contact your OMRON representative.

Can calculations be performed when Sensor Heads with different measurement distances are connected to 2 Amplifier Units?

Yes, if both Sensors are ZX-T-series Smart Sensors (Inductive Displacement Type).

The change in the measured value displayed on the Amplifier Unit was not the same as the actual displacement. How do I correct this?

Use the span adjustment function to make the change in the measured value agree with the actual displacement. You can also try adjusting the mounting position of the Sensor Head (i.e., the detection distance), or use the zero reset to match the values.

The Sensor Head has been broken. What needs to be done?

If the Sensor Head is replaced with the same model, the original settings will be available as soon as the new Sensor Head is installed. (Only reset the span adjustment.)

The Amplifier Unit has been broken. What needs to be done?

Just replace the failed Amplifier Unit with a new one. (The span adjustment does not have to be reset. Reset the threshold values and other functions.)

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Response time

The time it takes the ZX-T Sensor to output a value (either as linear output or judgement output) after it measures a distance.The response time changes depending on the settings for the number of samples to average and the calculations.

Measured value

The measurement result displayed on the main display of the Amplifier Unit in RUN and T modes.The measured value is the value after all set processing has been completed, e.g., the number of samples to average, calculations, hold, scale inversion, and zero reset.

p. 47

Present value The current measurement result for the target Amplifier Unit.Some set processing, such as the number of samples to average and scale inversion, are reflected in the current measured value, but calculation, hold, and zero reset settings are not.Press the LEFT or RIGHT Key in RUN mode to display the present value on the sub-display.

p. 47

Linearity The error in an ideal straight line displacement output when measuring the standard sensing object. The linearity shows how closely the linear output maintains a linear relationship to the displacement of the sensing object (i.e., it shows the accuracy of the linear output).More precise linearity can be obtained with ZX-T Smart Sensors by performing span adjustment.

p. 107

Hold A function that holds specified measurement values such as the maximum or minimum value during the sampling time and it outputs that value when the measurement is completed.

p. 71

Linear output The linear output is analog data output from the linear output line. Either a current or voltage output can be selected.The linear output is made based on the display value and monitor focus settings.The actual value output (the output value) can be displayed on the sub-display by pressing the LEFT or RIGHT Key in RUN mode.

p. 47

Judgement outputs

“Judgement outputs” is a general term for the HIGH, PASS, and LOW outputs. The judgement out-puts are made in RUN and T mode based on the display values and the threshold, hysteresis width, and timer settings. The judgement output is held while judgement output hold input is ON.

Measure-ment dis-tance

The range within which measurements can be made by the connected Sensor Head.

p. 126

Sampling period

The time over which the sensing object is measured when the hold function is being used.The sampling period is determined by the hold condition.

p. 71

Warming up time

Time it takes until the Sensor Head is ready to measure at the specified resolution after the power is turned ON.With the ZX-T Sensor Head, W-UP is displayed on the Amplifier Unit sub-display until the Sensor Head has warmed up.

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ZX-TDA11 ZX-TDA41

Measurement period

1 ms

Possible settings for number of samples to average(See note 1.)

1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512 or 1024

Linear output (See note 2.)

Current output: 4 to 20 mA/F.S., Max. load resistance: 300 ΩVoltage output: ±4 V (± 5 V, 1 to 5 V, See note 3.), Output impedance: 100 Ω

Judgement outputs (3 outputs: HIGH/PASS/LOW)

NPN open-collector outputs,30 VDC, 30 mA max.Residual voltage: 1.2 V max.

PNP open-collector outputs,30 VDC, 30 mA max.Residual voltage: 2 V max.

Judgement output hold input

ON: Short-circuited with 0-V terminal or 1.5 V or less

OFF: Open (leakage current: 0.1 mA max.)

ON: Supply voltage short-circuited or within supply voltage of 1.5 V max.

OFF: Open (leakage current: 0.1 mA max.)Zero reset input

Timing input

Reset input

Functions

Indications Judgement indicators: HIGH (orange), PASS (green), LOW (yellow), 7-segment main display (red), 7-segment sub-display (yellow), power ON (green), zero reset (green), enable (green)

Power supply voltage

12 to 24 VDC ± 10%, Ripple (p-p): 10% max.

Current consumption

140 mA max. with power supply voltage of 24 V (Sensor connected)

Ambient temperature

Operating and storage: 0 to 50°C (with no icing or condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)

Insulation resistance

20 MΩ min. at 500 VDC

Dielectric strength 1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min

Vibration resistance (destructive)

10 to 150 Hz, 0.7-mm double amplitude 80 min each in X, Y, and Z directions

Shock resistance (destructive)

300 m/s2 3 times each in six directions (up/down, left/right, forward/backward)

Connection method Prewired (standard cable length: 2 m)

Weight (packed state)

Approx. 350 g

Materials Case: PBT (polybutylene terephthalate), Cover: Polycarbonate

Accessories Instruction sheet

Measured value displayPresent value displayOutput value displaySet value displayENABLE indicatorZero reset indicatorPower ON indicatorJudgement indicatorECO modeDisplay reverseDisplay digit limitZero reset

Zero reset memoryInitializationHysteresis width settingScale inversionSpan adjustmentMonitor focusLinear output correctionTiming input(A-B) calculations (See note 4.)(A+B) calculations (See note 4.)

Clamp value settingKey lockPeak holdBottom holdSample holdPeak-to-peak holdTeachingDirect threshold value settingSelf-peak holdSelf -bottom holdWarming up display

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Notes: 1. The response speed of the linear output is calculated as the measurement period x (No. of samples toaverage setting + 1).

The response speed of the judgement outputs is calculated as the measurement period x (No. of samples to average setting + 1).

2. The output can be switched between current output and voltage output using a switch on the bottom of theAmplifier Unit.

3. Setting is possible via the monitor focus function.

4. A Calculating Unit is required.

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ZX-TDS@@T Sensor Heads

Sensor HeadsZX-TDS01T

(Unit: mm)

SR1.5

57.1±1

6 0 −0

.1

4.5

dia.

86±1.5

SR1.5

4.5

dia.

ZX-TDS04T/04T-L

dia.

6 0 −0

.1di

a.

Measurement range: 11.2 to 12.2 (TYP)

Measurement range: 14.9 to 18.9 (TYP)

01

SR1.5

84.5

9.5 7.3

129.5

26

22.17

SR1.5

84.5

132.15

9.5 1.224.2

28.5

SR1.5

123

84.522 12.5

9.5 7.3

01

124.5

SR1.5

84.521

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1.8

7.8

5.5

8.51

3.5

8 di

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, H6

8 di

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68

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, H6

5 di

a.

6.8 dia.

5 di

a.7.

5 di

a.7

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ZX-TDS10T-V

ZX-TDS10T-L

ZX-TDS10T-VL

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Preamplifier (with Mounting Bracket)

28.1

18.1

7.8

16.8

84.8

Preamplifier (Same for all models)

Round vinyl-insulated shielded coaxial cable, 3 cores, 3.7 dia. Standard length: 2 m

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15 d

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ZX-XBT1

27

3.2

Four, R1.64.8

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(16.4)

27±0.1 Two, M3

Mounting Holes

M3x8 Pan-head screw(with M3 spring washer)

29

75

91

10

1.81.8

9.411.435.3

58

84.8

(11.8)

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(11.8)

84.8

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F.S.: Full scale of measurement distance

Notes: 1. The minimum value that can be read when the ZX-TDA11/41 Amplifier Unit is connected (No. of samplesto average: 256).

2. The value at Ta = 20°C

3. The typical value at the center of the range of movement.

4. The typical value at the center of the measurement distance.

ZX-TDS01T ZX-TDS04T ZX-TDS04T-L

Applicable Amplifier Unit ZX-TDA11/ZX-TDA41

Measurement distance 1 mm 4 mm

Maximum actuator travel distance Approx. 1.5 mm Approx. 5 mm

Resolution (*1)(*2) 0.1 µm

Linearity (*2) 0.3 %F.S.

Operating force (*3) Approx. 0.7 N Approx. 0.25 N

Degree of protec-tion (IEC60529 standard)

Sensor Head IP67 IP54

Preamplifier IP40

Mechanical durability 10,000,000

Ambient temperature Operating: 0 to 50°C (with no icing or condensation)Storage: −15 to 60°C (with no icing or condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating/storage: 30% to 85% (with no icing or condensation)

Temperature influ-ence (*4)

Sensor Head 0.03 %F.S./°C 0.01 %F.S./°C

Preamplifier 0.01 %F.S./°C

Materials Sensor Head Stainless steel

Rubber boot Fluorocarbon rubber Silicon rubber

Preamplifier Polycarbonate resin

Mounting Bracket

Stainless steel

Weight Approx. 100 g

Accessories ZX-XBT1 Preamplifier Mounting Bracket, Instruction Sheet

ZX-TDS10T ZX-TDS10T-V ZX-TDS10T-L ZX-TDS10T-VL

Vacuum retract (VR) and air push (AP) supported.

No VR No VR/AP

Measurement distance 10 mm

Maximum actuator travel distance 10.5 mm

Resolution (*1)(*5) 0.4 µm

Linearity (*2)(*5) ±0.5% F.S.

Operating force(*3) Approx. 0.7 N Approx. 0.6 N Approx. 0.065 N Approx. 0.09 to 1.41 N

Air pressure Vacuum retract --- −0.55 to −0.70 bar

--- −0.22 to −0.5 bar

Air push --- 0.125 to 2 bar

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Notes: 1. This indicates the deviation width (±3 σ) in the linear output (i.e., voltage output) when the Sensor is con-nected to the ZX-TDA.This is the value 30 minutes after turning ON the power supply with the average number of operations setto 1024. The display (i.e., the minimum value that can be read) will show 1 µm.

2. Linearity is the error from the ideal line.

3. The typical value at the center of measurement when the standard included Actuator is attached andsecured facing downward.- ZX-TDS10T or ZX-TDS10T-V: The measurement capability will decrease if the Sensor is mounted hori-

zontally or facing upward.- ZX-TDS10T-L: Only facing downward mounting is possible.

4. Temperature influence is the typical value at the center of the measurement distance.

5. This is the value for an ambient temperature of 23°C.

6. The Right-angle Adapter is an accessory for the ZX-TDS10T.

Degree of protection

Sensor Head IP65 IP50

Preamplifier IP40

Mechanical durability 10,000,000 operations min.

Ambient temperature Operating: 0 to 50°C, Storage: −10 to 60°C

Ambient humidity Operating/storage: 35% to 85% (with no icing or condensation)

Temperature influence (*4)

Sensor Head ±0.01%F.S./°C

Preamplifier ±0.01%F.S./°C

Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 0.35-mm single amplitude 50 min each in X, Y, and Z directions

Shock resistance 150 m/s2 3 times each in six directions (up/down, left/right, forward/backward)

Connection method Junction connector (between Sensor Head and Preamplifier: 2 m, between Preamplifier and Connector: 0.2 m)

Weight (Packed) Approx. 100 g

Materials Sensor Head Stainless steel

Rubber boot Viton None None

Preamplifier Polycarbonate

Mounting bracket

Stainless steel

Accessories Instruction Sheet, ZX-XBT1 Preamplifier Mounting Bracket, Right-angle Adapter (*6)

ZX-TDS10T ZX-TDS10T-V ZX-TDS10T-L ZX-TDS10T-VL

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ZX-CAL2 Calculating Unit

Applicable Amplifier Units ZX Series

Current consumption 12 mA max. (supplied from the Smart Sensor Amplifier Unit)

Ambient temperature Operating: 0 to 50°C, Storage: −15 to 60°C (with no icing or condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)

Connection method Connector

Dielectric strength 1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min

Insulation resistance 100 MΩ (at 500 VDC)

Vibration resistance (destructive) 10 to 150 Hz, 0.7-mm double amplitude 80 min each in X, Y, and Z directions

Shock resistance (destructive) 300 m/s2 3 times each in six directions (up/down, left/right, forward/backward)

Materials Display: Acrylic, Case: ABS resin

Weight (packed state) Approx. 50 g

Accessories Instruction Sheet

(Unit: mm)

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ZX-SF11 Interface Unit

(Unit: mm)

Vinyl-insulated round cable, 5.2 dia.Average length: 0.5 m

Connector pin arrangement

Pin No. Name

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Power supply voltage 12 to 24 VDC ±10%, Ripple (p-p) 10% max.Supplied from Amplifier Unit

Current consumption Power supply voltage: 12 V, Current consumption: 60 mA max.(Excluding Amplifier Unit current consumption and output current.)

Connectable Amplifier Units ZX Series

No. of Amplifier Units con-nectable

Up to 5 (Two Calculating Units max.)

Communica-tions functions

Communica-tions port

RS-232C port (9-pin D-sub connector)

Protocol CompoWay/F

Baud rate 38,400 bps

Data config-uration

Data bits: 8, Parity: None; Start bits: 1Stop bits: 1, Flow control: None

Indicators Power ON (green), Communicating with Sensor (green), Sensor communications error (red)Communicating with external terminal (green), External terminal communications error (red)

Protection circuits Reverse power supply wiring protection

Ambient temperature Operating: 0 to 50°C, Storage: −15 to 60°C (with no icing or condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)

Dialectic strength 1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min

Insulation resistance 20 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC)

Case materials Case: PBT (polybutylene terephthalate), Cover: Polycarbonate

Weight (packed state) Approx. 350 g

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Characteristic Data (Reference Value)Output Characteristics (Voltage/Current Output)

4 V 20 mA

4 V

0 V 12 mA

4 mA

0 mm +0.5 mm(+2 mm)*1(+5 mm)*2

−0.5 mm(−2 mm)*1(−5 mm)*2

- +

ZX-TDS01T/TDS04T-@/ZX-TDS10T-@@

Measurement distance (F.S.)

Center

volta

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out

put

Ana

log

outp

ut

(Pushed)

Vol

tage

/cur

rent

(Released)

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*3 Displacement direction

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Quick Reference for DisplaysUsing the Quick Reference

Items in the Display column marked with an asterisk (*) appear on the sub-display. All otheritems appear on the main display.

Display Details Pages

A A20mA The meaning of this display item depends on the selected functions.Monitor focus/First point setting (for current output)Linear output correction/First point offset (for current output)

p. 81p. 85

A 4V The meaning of this display item depends on the selected functions.Monitor focus/First point setting (for voltage output)Linear output correction/First point offset (for voltage output)

p. 81p. 85

(*) A-B 2-sensor operation/A-B p. 90

(*) AIB 2-sensor operation/A+B p. 90

(*) ALL Displays all of the special menu. p. 48

AVE Number of samples to average setting p. 70

B B 4mA The meaning of this display item depends on the selected functions.Monitor focus/Second point setting (for current output)Linear output correction/Second point offset (for current output)

p. 81p. 85

B 4V The meaning of this display item depends on the selected functions.Monitor focus/Second point setting (for voltage output)Linear output correction/Second point offset (for voltage output)

p. 81p. 85

(*) B-H Hold/Bottom hold p. 71

C CALC Calculation setting for adjacent Sensors p. 90

CLAMP Clamp value setting for non-measurement p. 88

(*) CLAMP Non-measurement setting/Return output to clamp value p. 88

(*) CLOSE Hides the special menu. p. 48

D DIGIT Number of digits setting for main and sub-displays p. 102

DREV Reverses position of main and sub-displays. p. 103

(*) DISP Displays display-related functions from special menu. p. 48

E ECO Reduces power consumption by reducing main and sub-display lighting. p. 105

EROUT Error output setting. p. 98

(*) ETC Displays functions other than display- and output-related functions from special menu.

p. 48

F FOCUS Measured value output range setting p. 81

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H H-HYS Hold/Trigger mode/Self-trigger hysteresis width setting. p. 71

H-LVL Hold/Trigger mode/Self-trigger level setting. p. 71

HOLD Hold setting p. 71

HYS Hysteresis width setting p. 80

I INIT Initialization of settings p. 109

INV Positive and negative value inversion p. 75

K (*) KEEP Non-measurement settings/Hold output p. 88

L L-ADJ Linear output offset value setting p. 85

M (*) mA Special, monitor focus, and current output setting p. 81

(*) MAX Non-measurement settings/Clamp value/Maximum p. 88

P (*) P-H Hold/Peak hold p. 71

(*) PP-H Hold/Peak-to-peak hold p. 71

R RESET Output data settings for non-measurement p. 88

(*) RESET RUN or T mode/Resetting input p. 34

S (*) S-H Hold/Sample hold p. 71

(*) SB-H Hold/Self-bottom hold p. 71

(*) SET Displays output-related functions from the special menu. p. 48

(*) SP-H Hold/Self-peak hold p. 71

SPAN Setting for correcting the distance value on the display p. 107

SPCL Special menu itemDisplays monitor focus and other special functions

p. 48

STAND Enable/disable setting for error output. p. 98

T (*) TIMIG RUN or T modes: Input timing p. 34

V VOLT Special, monitor focus, and voltage output setting p. 81

W W-UP Displayed during warm-up p. 36

Z ZRDSP Offset value input for zero reset p. 94

ZRMEM Setting to save or clear measured values at zero reset p. 95

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Aalphabet display format...................... 43Amplifier Units

dimensions..................................... 120installation........................................ 24measuring with multiple Units ........ 102part names....................................... 21specifications ................................. 121

Bbasic configuration ............................. 20

Ccable length.................................. 16, 17Calculating Units

connections...................................... 31dimensions and specifications ....... 128part names....................................... 22

channel numbers ............................... 32characteristic data (reference value).............................. 131circuit diagrams

NPN Amplifier Units ......................... 35CLAMP............................................... 88CLAMP value ..................................... 88current/voltage switch ........................ 21cursor keys......................................... 44

Ddefault values

settings data .................................. 109dimensions....................................... 120direct input ......................................... 78displays

adjusting brightness....................... 105reversing ........................................ 103

EECO display ..................................... 105ENABLE indicator .............................. 21error messages ................................ 116Error Output Function ........................ 98

FFUN mode

description ....................................... 42displays............................................ 43function transitions........................... 48

function transition charts .................... 47

Gground line......................................... 34

HHIGH judgement output line .............. 34hold

bottom ............................................. 71functions .......................................... 71peak................................................. 71peak-to-peak ................................... 72sample............................................. 72

hysteresis width ................................. 80

II/O circuit diagrams............................ 35initialize

settings data .................................. 109Interface Units

connections ..................................... 33connector pin arrangement ........... 129dimensions and specifications....... 129part names ...................................... 23

Jjudgement output hold input line........ 34

KKEEP ................................................. 88key input

disabling ........................................ 106key lock

releasing........................................ 106setting............................................ 106

key operations ................................... 44

Llinear output ....................................... 81

output compensation ....................... 85switch .............................................. 21

linear output ground line .................... 34linear output line ................................ 34LOW judgement output line ............... 34

Mmain display....................................... 43measured value ............................... 119mode switch....................................... 42modes................................................ 42

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switching .......................................... 42

NNo. of samples to average ................. 70non-measurement settings ................ 88numerals

changing .......................................... 46

Ooutput cable ....................................... 34output compensation.......................... 85output settings.................................... 81

PPASS judgement output line .............. 34position teaching ................................ 79Power ON indicator............................ 21Preamplifiers ...................................... 29present value ................................... 119

QQ&A ................................................. 118

Rreference values

displaying......................................... 92setting offset values ......................... 94

reset input line.................................... 34response time ............................ 90, 119RUN mode

description ....................................... 42displays............................................ 43function transitions........................... 47

SSensor Heads .................................... 26

connections...................................... 30dimensions..................................... 123installation........................................ 26part names....................................... 22

setting conditionsselecting........................................... 45

settingsinitializing ....................................... 109

specifications ................................... 120sub-display......................................... 43

TT mode

description ....................................... 42displays............................................ 43function transitions........................... 47

teaching ............................................. 77terminology ...................................... 119thresholds

entering values ................................ 77inputting directly .............................. 78position teaching ............................. 79switch .............................................. 21

timinginput line .......................................... 34

troubleshooting ................................ 115

Wwarming up ................ 9, 17, 36, 37, 133wiring ................................................. 34

Zzero reset........................................... 92

executing ......................................... 95input line .......................................... 34releasing.......................................... 96saving ........................................ 96, 98setting offset values......................... 94

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Revision HistoryA manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number at the bottom of the frontand back covers of this manual.

Revision code Date Revised contents

01 Jan. 2004 Original production

02 June 2004 Page 38: Diagram added for PNP Amplifier Unit.

Page 83: Paragraph added before example, numeric values in example changed, and graph added.

Page 84: Numeric values at top of page changed and graph added.

Page 86: Values on display illustrations changed.

Page 119: Model number added to heading.

Page 120: Specifications added for the ZX-TDA41.

Page 124: Model number added at top of table.

02A February 2005 The warranty and liability information at the beginning of the manual was replaced. The following change was also made.

Page 20: ZX-TDA11 changed to ZX-TDA11/41 in diagram.

03 October 2005 Pages 7 and 8: Power supply and wiring precaution added.

Page 8: Model number restriction added to third power supply and wiring precaution.

Page 9: Model number restrictions and precaution added to end of Sensor Head.

Page 26: New model of Mounting Jig added and text for previous Mounting Jig altered.

Page 33: Information added to second CHECK information.

Page 108: CHECK information added at beginning of Actuators.

Page 118: Sensor Head diagrams added.

Page 109: Model number restriction added to Replacing Actuators.

Page 120: Repeat accuracy information and related note deleted. Table added.

Page 124: Model numbers added and text between figures changed.

04 July 2006 Page 46: Error output display added.

Pages 96 and 125 to 127: Information on error output function added.

Page 126: Changed vacuum retract air pressure for ZX-TDS10T-VL in table.

05 January 2014 Front matter: Replaced information from “READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS DOCUMENT” through “COPYRIGHT AND COPY PERMISSION.”

Page 131: Added “Reference Value” to heading.

06 July 2015 Page7: Added Applicable standards

page8: Changed cable extension

page120: Added callouts to figure.

Cat. No. E346-E1-06

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Authorized Distributor:

In the interest of product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice.

Cat. No. E346-E1-06 0715

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